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Inside the Microsoft Archives: How the tech giant preserves, shares, and learns from its history

GeekWire

A display table in the vault includes a pair of ActiMates interactive dolls Arthur and a Teletubby illustrating Microsoft’s foray into smart toys and educational tech in the 1990s. Extensive metadata is compiled to describe items in the Microsoft Archives, in conjunction with a database and barcodes for locating objects.

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ID Card Maker

Galido

With integrated membership management, webcam capture, and barcode support, you can manage records and issue cards simply for low cost and with only a few clicks. Multi-layer card designer allows you to insert templates images, texts, 1D barcodes, 2D barcodes, vector shapes, and logos and custom arrange them to your liking.

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Creating QR codes: A modern approach to information sharing

Dataconomy

The utility of QR codes QR codes, short for Quick Response codes, are two-dimensional barcodes that can store a variety of information, including URLs, text, contact information, and more. The ubiquity of smartphones has transformed QR codes into a powerful tool for businesses, educators, and individuals alike.

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Destination Spokane: How remote work and new arrivals are changing one tech community

GeekWire

” Lisa Brown , the former state legislator, educator, and past Washington state Commerce Department director who took office as Spokane’s mayor in January, cited housing affordability a central issue for the region and her administration. GoToTags is profitable, funded by revenue, he said.

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Proving Physical Product Authenticity with Cryptographic Invisible Signatures

Dataconomy

The Power of Invisible Cryptographic Signatures Unlike traditional security measures such as holograms or barcodes, which can be replicated, invisible cryptographic signatures offer a higher level of security. They also emphasize education and outreach to raise awareness of the technology’s benefits and dispel misconceptions.

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Best apps every student should use

Dataconomy

The app’s extensive food database and barcode scanner simplify meal logging and nutritional tracking. Beginning and seasoned meditators may utilize Headspace’s user-friendly design and diversity of material. MyFitnessPal Health and fitness app MyFitnessPal tracks food, exercise, and nutrition.

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The Hacker Mind Podcast: Reverse Engineering Smart Meters

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And, and public outcry is usually a pretty solid motivator, you know, Vamosi: this is the spirit of educating others, which I fully support. But I'm still not sure why they're all there, but they're there. And then there's other devices too. Hash: Well, I would say I'm trying to get more people involved.